Management Analyst II (Vacancy)

Management Analyst II (Vacancy)

Salary

$37.02 - $55.52 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-0780-V6

Department

60 Columbus Water & Power

Division

Office of the Public Utilities Director

Opening Date

08/25/2026

Closing Date

9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

This Management Analyst II position is located in the Directors Office- Policy Section and will identify, coordinate, and write federal grant applications to support Columbus Water & Power (CWP). Under direction, this position will work collaboratively with CWP staff and its grantors to manage grants received, including tracking and reporting, to ensure compliance and assist with legislative and contract needs. It will also oversee contracts involving departmentally held grant components and coordinate technical assistance for sub recipients; performs related duties as required.

Preferred Experience and Training:

• Experience researching new grant opportunities, creating presentations for leadership, and federal grant application process for utility industry grants.

• Ability to work independently and manage/track multiple projects and deadlines.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Leads or conducts operational or administrative reviews, program evaluations, and special studies pertaining to various fiscal, operational, and managerial issues;

Leads or conducts operational or administrative reviews, program evaluations, and special studies pertaining to various fiscal, operational, and managerial issues;

Researches and analyzes major operational or administrative issues and makes recommendations for resolutions or improvements;

Analyzes and proposes ways to improve an organization's productivity, efficiency, or budget;

Informs management of any situation current or anticipated that may impact budget, operations, or service deliveries;

Develops and recommends strategies for the implementation of new programs, projects, or policies pertinent to the mission of the department or division; participates in the implementation and/or training processes relating to these programs, projects, or policies;

Leads major policy and management projects, productivity studies, and operational and legislative reviews;

Serves as a resource or specialist on fiscal, operational, or other managerial issues affecting the department or division;

Writes, reviews, and analyzes fiscal or operational policies and procedures to ensure optimal effectiveness and efficiency;

Prepares financial impact statements; prepares reports of projected revenues and expenditures; identifies problems and recommends corrective actions;

Conducts financial studies to determine the availability of resources for funding current or new programs, projects, or services;

Researches, analyzes, and recommends various rate/fee structures and other options to enhance the viability of specific services, programs, or operations;

Prepares and monitors operating and capital improvement budgets and provides expenditure analyses;

Researches grant and revenue enhancement opportunities;

Evaluates grant programs for effectiveness and regulatory compliance;

Prepares comprehensive financial, statistical, technical, and narrative reports;

May supervise employees engaged in fiscal or operational activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelors degree and three (3) years of professional experience researching, analyzing, and makingrecommendations, OR providing consultation to management on fiscal or operational matters, or matters pertaining to public or business administration. Substitution(s): A masters degree may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 26-0780-V6

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alisha Ardolino

Columbus Water & Power

Office of the Public Utilities Director

37 W. Broad St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-8134

E: aaardolino@columbus.gov

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the Citys Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the Citys human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?

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Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your drivers license, bachelors/masters degree or transcript of completed coursework.

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Employer City of Columbus

Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone (614) 645-8301

Website https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Jobs